TRANSMITTAL LETTER FOR BOARD MEETING OF MARCH 20, 2025
COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
Mr. Brian A. Perkovich, Executive Director
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Authority to settle the Workers’ Compensation Claims of Robert Biel vs. MWRDGC, Claim numbers 17WC019694 and 22WC033084, Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC), in the sum of $27,066.37, Account 901-30000-601090
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Dear Sir:
Robert Biel is a Police Officer assigned to the Stickney Water Reclamation Plant. On June 17, 2017, he reported tripping on uneven cement while doing rounds at the Lockport Controlling Works, injuring his left knee. Mr. Biel sought treatment at Loyola Hospital. He had an MRI on June 28, 2017, which revealed a meniscus tear. Mr. Biel had surgery on July 21, 2017. Mr. Biel was off work from June 18, 2017, and returned to work on November 14, 2017.
On November 6, 2022, Mr. Biel reported injuring his left leg and elbow, while attempting to detain a combative suspect. He sought treatment at McNeal Hospital on November 11, 2022. He was diagnosed with a left leg contusion and tendonitis in his left elbow. He treated conservatively with physical therapy. Mr. Biel was not off work for these injuries.
Mr. Biel was paid no lost time benefits for either of these claims.
Mr. Biel filed an Application of Adjustment of Claims with the Illinois Workers’ Compensation Commission (IWCC) through his counsel. Subject to the approval of the IWCC, these cases can now be settled for a total of $27,066.37, representing approximately 16.24% loss of use of the left leg. This settlement will close out future lost time, and medical benefits associated with this injury.
The Director of Human Resources believes this settlement is in the best interest of the District and requests payment of that sum be approved, and he be authorized to execute such documents as may be necessary to effect the settlement.
Requested, Thaddeus J. Kosowski, Director of Human Resources, TJK:BLW:DMG
Disposition of this agenda item will be documented in the official Regular Board Meeting Minutes of the Board of Commissioners for March 20, 2025